Fiat Panda III 4x4 0.9 TwinAir (85 Hp)
Fiat Panda:
The Fiat Panda is a city car manufactured and marketed by Fiat. The first generation Panda, introduced in 1980, was a two-box, three-door hatchback designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and Aldo Mantovani of Italdesign and was manufactured through 2003 — receiving an all-wheel drive variant in 1983. SEAT of Spain marketed a variation of the first generation Panda under license to Fiat, initially as the Panda and subsequently as the Marbella.
The second-generation Panda, launched in 2003 as a 5-door hatchback, was designed by Giuliano Biasio of Bertone, and won the European Car of the Year in 2004. The third-generation Panda debuted at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 2011, was designed at Fiat Centro Stilo under the direction of Roberto Giolito and remains in production in Italy at Pomigliano d'Arco. The fourth-generation Panda is marketed as the Grande Panda, to differentiate it from the third generation that is sold alongside it. Developed under Stellantis, the Grande Panda is produced in Serbia....(Read more on Wikipedia)
III 4x4 Overview:
Fiat Panda (III 4x4). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~6 l/100km). Weighing only 1155 kg, it’s quite light. All‑wheel drive provides excellent grip, ideal for off‑road use. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 12.8 s). The top speed reaches 163 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Efficiency-focused engine (85 hp), ideal for city commuting.
- • Steady and predictable acceleration (0-100 km/h in 12.8 sec).
- • Balanced fuel consumption of 5.8 L/100 km for its class.
- • All-wheel drive for superior traction in all conditions.
- • Ventilated disc brakes for reliable cooling and stopping power.
- • Turbocharged engine ensures better torque delivery at low RPMs.
Cons:
- • Compact cargo space (225 L); may require careful packing.
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(III City Cross: 2017 - 2018).
| General: |
| Brand: | Fiat |
| Model: | Panda |
| Generation: | III 4x4 |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 TwinAir (85 Hp) |
| Start of production: | 2018 |
| End of production: | 2020 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4-5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: |
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 97.1 Hp/l [Same length.] |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 312A2000 More details about the engine 312A2000 |
| Engine displacement: | 875 |
| Number of cylinders: | 2 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Cylinder Bore: | 80.5 mm mm |
| Piston Stroke: | 86 mm mm |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol (Gasoline) |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 5.7 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d - Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 12.8 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 12.8 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 163 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.6 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 125.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.2 sec |
| Space: |
| Kerb Weight: | 1155 |
| Max. weight: | 1530-1540 |
| Max load: | 375-385 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 225 l |
| Permitted trailer load with brakes (12%): | 800 kg |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 35 l |
| Permitted trailer load without brakes: | 400 kg |
| Permitted towbar download: | 60 kg |
| Size: |
| Ramp-over (brakeover) angle: | 20° |
| Length: | 3686 mm mm [Same length.] |
| Width: | 1672 mm mm [10mm more] |
| Height: | 1605 mm mm [30mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2300 mm mm [Same wheelbase.] |
| Front track: | 1411 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1408 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.7 m [above average] |
| Approach angle: | 21° |
| Departure angle: | 32° |
| Powertrain: |
| Drive wheel | All wheel drive (4x4) |
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| Number of gears | 6 |
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| Transmission type | Manual |
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| Front brakes | Ventilated discs, 257 mm [Best for performance and cooling.] |
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| Rear brakes | Disc, 240 mm [above average] |
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| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
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| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
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| Power steering | Electric Steering |
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| Wheel rims size | 15 |
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| Front suspension | Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar |
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| Rear suspension | Torsion |
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